Luke 12:59 Meaning
I tell thee, thou shalt not depart thence, till thou hast paid the very last mite.
Context Explained
57Yea, and why even of yourselves judge ye not what is right?
58When thou goest with thine adversary to the magistrate, as thou art in the way, give diligence that thou mayest be delivered from him; lest he hale thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and the officer cast thee into prison.
59I tell thee, thou shalt not depart thence, till thou hast paid the very last mite.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
John 9:2
Both passages address the question of sin and suffering, challenging assumptions about guilt.
Luke 13:3
This verse emphasizes the need for repentance, similar to the message in this verse.
Romans 3:23
This verse highlights that all have sinned, connecting to the theme of universal need for repentance.
Source: Luke 12:59